Month guide · Langkawi · Malaysia
Langkawi in March
What March is really like in Langkawi: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Langkawi. Expect average highs of 34°C (93°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 9 rainy days and roughly 12.1 hours of daylight. The hottest month, still mostly dry; occasional afternoon storms start towards the end of the month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 34°C (93°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 9
- Daylight
- About 12.1 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in March
March is the warmest month in Langkawi: days average 34°C (93°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 9 of its 31 days. Compared with February (33°C (91°F)), March is about as warm; by April highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 07:28
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 19:33
- Daylight
- About 12.1 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Dry season (December–February). Sunny, calm and clear, with the best conditions for beaches, snorkelling and the cable car, and the highest prices around Christmas and Chinese New Year.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in March
March has no major recurring festival in Langkawi, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in March
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Beach · Tanjung Rhu
Tanjung Rhu beach
Check the tide times: at low tide you can wade out across sandbars towards the islets.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Couples
- Nature
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Central Langkawi
Gunung Raya
At about 880 metres, Gunung Raya is the island's highest peak, and a winding paved road climbs through rainforest to the summit.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Nature
- Outdoors
Nature · Northeast Langkawi
Durian Perangin Waterfall
Visit between August and December for the strongest flow.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
Beach · Tanjung Rhu
Black Sand Beach (Pantai Pasir Hitam)
A short stretch of shoreline on the north coast where streaks of dark mineral sand, mainly ilmenite and tourmaline, colour the beach.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Nature
- Photo spot
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Langkawi.
What to pack
For highs near 34°C, lows near 24°C and 9 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Langkawi?
One of the best months to visit Langkawi. The other best months are December–February. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Langkawi?
It is one of the best months to visit Langkawi. The hottest month, still mostly dry; occasional afternoon storms start towards the end of the month.
+How warm is Langkawi in March?
Average highs are around 34°C (93°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Langkawi in March?
Expect rain on about 9 days of the month.